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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 14, 1927

Page

2

Public officials mourn Bridgeport police chief Flanagan

Citizens from all walks of life express deep sorrow and praise for Patrick J Flanagan, Bridgeport police superintendent, whose sudden death shocked the city. Leaders including bankers, lawyers, and commissioners recall his honesty, diligence, and service, noting his impact on traffic safety and department discipline.

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Legacy of Police Leader P J Flanagan Remembrance

Connecticut chiefs praise Pat J Flanagan a Stratford Bridgeport and Hartford police figure. colleagues recall his integrity leadership and long service with the Metallic Shell and Dartridge inspecting department before joining the police force. tributes note his cooperation and steadfastness amid a era of town trust and policing.

Death of Superintendent Flanagan Sparks Police Tributes

Assistant Superintendent Flood and seven department captains mourn the sudden death of Superintendent Flanagan. Officers recall him as the square shooter and a fair, diligent leader. Tributes from Captains Regan, Lyddy, Hall, Connell, and others praise his duty, kindness, and impact on the department as the city and police mourn a beloved chief.

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Flanagan’s bid to solve priest’s murder stalemates case

In February 1924 the murder of Rev Father Hu Bet Dahme drew nationwide attention. Superintendent Prrlek J Flanagan led an exhaustive inquiry resulting in the arrest of Harold Israel for murder. State attorneys later concluded Israel’s innocence and the case unravelled as Garlick faced dismissal and returned to his home in Pennsylvania with his sister.

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Flanagan Named Bridgeport Police Chief After Five Hour Meet

Patrick J Flanagan was chosen superintendent of the Bridgeport Police Department in 1920 over higher ranking officers. John Bten Jey, president of the Board of Police Commissioners, said Flanagan’s outstanding ability and study of police methods justified the appointment after a lengthy June 1920 meeting at police headquarters. Stanly recalled the five hour session, noting Flanagan’s rapid rise from patrolman and his work reducing traffic accidents through innovative traffic schemes and criminology.

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